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Maresi argued that humanoid robots will take time to achieve mass commercialization, and their primary use cases may lie outside traditional industrial applications, such as in elderly care or military settings. He reiterated that the conversation in robotics has evolved from fears of replacement to how humans can work alongside robots effectively.
Automation's Impact on Labor
The introduction of robotics has raised questions about their impact on human labor. Maresi pointed out that automation doesn't necessarily displace jobs but rather transforms roles within manufacturing. While robots are instrumental for repetitive or dangerous tasks, human workers are still vital for problem-solving and adding value to production.